Station Manager

Position Overview

The Station Manager are responsible for the full spectrum of station operations, including aircraft line maintenance, administrative duties, GSE oversight, training, compliance, and customer contract management. These positions are leadership roles critical to ensuring safety, operational efficiency, and profitability at a 24/7 maintenance station.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Operations & Oversight

• Manage day-to-day operations across all shifts, with oversight of multiple mechanics in a 24/7 work environment.
• Maintain compliance with FAA, OSHA, airport, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure aircraft serviceability and support on-time performance.
• Lead and participate in aircraft line maintenance activities as needed.
• Maintain GSC assets including vehicles, aircraft jacks, ground support equipment, and specialized tooling.
• Oversee administrative tasks, facility upkeep, and payroll coordination.

🔹 Training & Compliance

• Conduct or delegate technician training (OJT and procedural).
• Monitor and maintain training records, compliance logs, and audit readiness.
• Act as a compliance point of contact for customer audits and internal evaluations.

🔹 Customer & Contract Management

• Coordinate staffing and scheduling to meet all customer requirements.
• Ensure accurate invoicing for tenant and contracted work orders.
• Build and maintain customer relationships to promote operational confidence.

🔹 Asset & Tool Control

• Track and ensure calibration of all tools.
• Oversee company vehicle assignments and transfers.
• Manage station assets and submit requisitions for replacements.

Key Performance Indicators 

• Overtime reduction and control
• Station profitability
• Manpower utilization and scheduling efficiency
• Compliance and audit readiness
• Customer satisfaction and invoicing accuracy

 Systems & Tools

• Familiarity with:
  • Online aircraft maintenance documentation platforms
  • Microsoft Excel and other digital workflow tools

 Work Schedule

• Typically, a 5-day fixed schedule (8-hour shifts), but subject to change based on operational demand or emergencies.

 Required Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P license
• 5+ years of commercial aircraft line maintenance experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass:
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • FBI background check
  • Airport SIDA badge and Customs Seal clearance

 Preferred Skills

• Strong leadership and people management
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience managing multi-departmental functions
• High attention to detail in regulatory compliance and documentation
• Ability to work under pressure in high-paced environments